That’s a Fire Hazard?!

8/2/2021 (Permalink)

We all know about the traditional fire hazards in our lives. Unattended stoves, candles, grills, and many more that we are careful with every day. But for every traditional fire hazard you know about, there’s most likely an unusual fire hazard nearby that you might not have ever heard of. A lot of these hazards are not typically causes of fire. However, when not cleaned properly or in long stretches of time, they can become a real threat to your home. So it’s important to know what they are ahead of time so you can properly maintain them. Reader’s Digest has a list of these unique fire hazards to help you be on the lookout;

• Toaster ovens
• Pests and critters
• Heaters
• Bathroom exhaust fans
• Air conditioners
• Rangehoods
• Overgrown trees and shrubbery
• Dryer vents
• Unwashed rags
• Lawnmowers

Any of these items or appliances can end up doing massive damage to your home if they are not properly cleaned or maintained. And because they’re not traditional sources of fire, it can be easy to overlook them and their upkeep. So do yourself a favor and make sure you do some simple regular maintenance to protect your home and family from unexpected fires.

Source: https://www.rd.com

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